Lawson, Colorado

Lawson is a small unincorporated community situated along Clear Creek in Clear Creek County, Colorado, United States. Lawson is a part of the Downieville-Lawson-Dumont census-designated place.

History
A post office called Lawson was established in 1877, and remained in operation until 1966. The community was named for Alexander Lawson, the proprietor of a local inn.

Geography
Lawson is located at 39.76389°N, -105.62361°W (39.76395,-105.623674).